Snakes in SuitsUnderstanding and Surviving the Psychopaths in Your Office Authors: Paul Babiak, Robert D. Hare I read the Polish translation titled “Psychopaci w pracy: Jak ich rozpoznać i jak sobie z nimi radzić”. Psychopaci w pracyJak ich rozpoznać i jak sobie z nimi radzić ...
Getting to YesNegotiating an agreement without giving in Authors: Roger Fisher, William Ury, Bruce Patton I’ve often heard about the “Harvard Negotiation” method, but I hadn’t read Getting to Yes until recently. To my surprise, much of the content felt familiar - not because I had read it before, but because I had already been using many of its principles, unknowingly picked up from other sources. ...
Psychologia szefaSzef to zawód Authors: Wojciech Haman, Jerzy Gut I’ve read many books about leadership, but none quite like this one. The first two chapters followed a familiar pattern-a brief introduction to a manager’s responsibilities followed by guidance on planning your approach. Then came the third chapter: Punishment! I was surprised the authors began with this topic rather than motivation or engagement. ...
Best Loser WinsWhy Normal Thinking Never Wins the Trading Game - Written by a High-Stake Day Trader Author: Tom Hougaard Tom Hougaard’s “Best Loser Wins” offers a refreshingly honest look at the realities of trading. It’s not a traditional “how-to” guide packed with technical analysis or a magic formula for success. Instead, it’s an introspective journey of a trader, highlighting the mindset and discipline required to navigate the often unforgiving world of financial markets. ...
The CrowdA Study of the Popular Mind Author: Gustave Le Bon Gustave Le Bon’s “The Crowd - A Study of the Popular Mind” is often hailed as a classic exploration of crowd psychology, but for me, it fell short of expectations. While it does delve into the dynamics of how crowds think and act, it focuses more on describing their irrationality and susceptibility to influence rather than offering practical insights on managing or guiding them. ...
The Art of Being Right38 Ways to Win an Argument Author: Artur Schopenhauer “The Art of Being Right” by Arthur Schopenhauer is an interesting exploration of rhetoric and the art of winning arguments. In this work, Schopenhauer outlines 38 stratagems for convincing opponents and prevailing in debates, often irrespective of the truth. His analysis is rooted in the belief that people are more interested in winning arguments than seeking truth. ...
The Culture MapBreaking Through the Invisible Boundaries of Global Business Author: Erin Meyer “The Culture Map: Breaking Through the Invisible Boundaries of Global Business” by Erin Meyer is a highly insightful guide that explores how cultural differences impact international business interactions. Meyer presents a framework for understanding and navigating cultural complexities by examining various dimensions of communication, leadership, and etiquette across different countries. ...
The 48 Laws of PowerAuthor: Robert Greene The 48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene is a controversial yet widely read book on strategy, influence, and manipulation. It presents historical examples to illustrate how power operates in different settings, from politics to business and beyond. While some readers treat it as a guide for personal success, others see it as a cautionary analysis of how power-hungry individuals operate. ...
How to Win Friends & Influence PeopleAuthor: Carnegie Dale The book is written in a typical American style - “do this and that, and your life will change forever…” 😄 Applying the book’s rules too bluntly may come off as manipulative, and our conversation partner will sense it. However, it’s worth considering certain mistakes that make it difficult for us to interact with people, such as when we talk too much and don’t let others get a word in. ...
Taka praca nie ma sensuCzyli jak zarządzać swoją energią Author: Tony Schwartz To ciekawa książka, którą o dziwo przeczytałem do końca. Miałem wrażenie, że trochę przeskakuje z tematu na temat, ale pasuje mi to. Czytałem wiele książek szczegółowo opisujących “ten jeden sposób” by rozwiązać wszystkie problemy świata. Ta kompletuje różne pomysły i idee, miksuje i całkiem przyjemnie uogólnia. ...